Households urged to stockpile on 14 items as Brits told 'be ready'
UK households have been urged to stock up on 14 items as the Government warns of extreme weather conditions and cyberattacks threatening the country. The new "Be Ready Checklist" provides Brits with a handy list of items that could prove vital if an emergency struck and disrupted services we all rely on. Government advice states that a three-day supply of everything on the list should be enough to keep people prepared for such an eventuality.
TL;DR
- A new "Be Ready Checklist" has been released, encouraging Brits to prepare a three-day supply of essential items for emergencies.
- The checklist aims to help households cope with disruptions to services like power, water, phones, and the internet, often caused by extreme weather.
- Key items include water, food, hygiene products, blankets, batteries, torches, FM radio, power bank, cash, ID, first aid kit, medication, and baby/pet products.
- The campaign suggests gradually building the supply and checking items regularly for expiry dates.
- Residents should also know the location of their home's water stop cock, gas isolation valve, and electricity isolation switch.
- A warning is issued that only a qualified engineer can turn the gas supply back on after it has been shut off.